Serving 290 students in grades 3-5, Hardin Intermediate ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 17% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 290 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hardin Intermediate's attendance zone covers the entire Hardin, MT school district, encompassing an area of approximately 2,871.2 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 59.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hardin Intermediate's student population of 290 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
290 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Hardin Intermediate ranks within the bottom 50% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hardin Intermediate is 0.51, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.40. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#648 out of 696 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
66%
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
6%
7%
Black
n/a
1%
White
23%
76%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.5%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hardin Intermediate's ranking?
Hardin Intermediate is ranked #648 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Montana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Hardin Intermediate?
290 students attend Hardin Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Hardin Intermediate students are American Indian, 23% of students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hardin Intermediate?
Hardin Intermediate has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Hardin Intermediate offer ?
Hardin Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hardin Intermediate part of?
Hardin Intermediate is part of Hardin Elementary School District.
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